watch over

Idioms  

1. Guard for protection or safekeeping, as in There were only two aides watching over that large group of children. This idiom was first recorded in 1526.

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Example Sentences

In January, Tchinnis passed on the secrets of La Mer to a new colleague as he stepped down from his role as executive director for R&D, ending his 25-year watch over the broth.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

Ross and Demelza Poldark were born from Winston Graham's coastguard watch over the coast at Perranporth, where the sea meets old mining works.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2026

In front of a packed conference hall, Musk says to the audience: "Who wouldn't want a robot to watch over your kids, take care of your pet?"

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Monroe coach Leo Hernandez said he got his position in 1999 because he could run with his athletes to keep watch over them.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

Outside, the Lumleys stood watch over their cousins, the Ashtons.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood

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